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Not even a year since we had the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine authorized for human use, many of us have already forgotten about the winding path of its' development. Kudos to the perseverance of many scientists who worked diligently on mRNA vaccines for decades going through a series of twisting routes with dead-ends, frustrations, and rejections finally providing us with a successful vaccine. Although the history of mRNA vaccine development goes as far back as the 1960s, the s...ignificant stepping stone in development was established by Dr. Robert Malone in 1987, when he performed a landmark experiment mixing mRNA with a fat globule and produced protein from it. This vaccine went through every possible hurdle including the denial of technology, dispute for the patent, ownership of the technology among the scientists, manufacturing challenges including hesitancy of the companies to invest, etc. before utilizing an opportunity like the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the long-awaited breakthrough of one of the safest and most profitable vaccines in history. Already saving thousands of lives, none of the hurdles deterred the scientists; they kept incrementally adding knowledge which finally led to the successful discovery that is the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. For more information on mRNA vaccines, visit https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-02483-w #vaccines #mrnavaccines #vaccinedevelopment #covidvaccine #discovery #researchanddevelopement #research #covidresearch #success #experiment #history #medicalsciences #health #medicine #innovation

Mental health is just as important as physical wellbeing. With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to impact our daily lives, services for mental, neurological, and substance use disorders have been significantly disrupted at a time that many need it the most. Of the 1 in 5 US adults affected by mental health conditions, NAMI estimates the annual prevalence by condition are as follows: - Anxiety Disorders: 19.1% (estimated 48 million people) - Major Depressive Episode: 7.8% (19....4 million people) - Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: 3.6% (estimated 9 million people) - Bipolar Disorder: 2.8% (estimated 7 million people) - Borderline Personality Disorder: 1.4% (estimated 3.5 million people) - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: 1.2% (estimated 3 million people) - Schizophrenia: <1% (estimated 1.5 million people) According to WHO, during the World Health Assembly in May 2021, governments from around the world recognized the need to scale up quality mental health services at all levels. On #WorldMentalHealthDay, organizations are focusing on improving access to care, advancing the quality of care, and encouraging those struggling to reach out for support. As the WHO says, Mental health care for all: let’s make it a reality. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, you can get in touch with https://www.samhsa.gov/ for care or visit https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/ for specific resources. #Together4MH #WorldMentalHealthDay #worldmentalhealthday2021

Attention international air travelers: The @CDC currently requires unvaccinated individuals to get tested with a COVID-19 PCR test 1-3 days before boarding a flight. Furthermore, many destinations and airlines may have additional testing requirements, regardless of vaccination status. Travel testing with Acutis Reveal quickly gives people the tools needed to travel safely. Conveniently located near major airports EWR, JFK, and LGA same-day appointments for our COVID-19... PCR tests are available at pharmacies in New York and New Jersey. Delivered directly to your email within 6-24 hours, your results report serves as proof of your negative PCR test. Any questions about your results can be answered by our Client Care Team, available 24/7. Visit https://www.acutis.com/travel-testing to book an appointment near you and pay a one-time cost of $150 ahead of time no insurance required. #covid #covidtesting #localcovidtesting #internationaltravel #travel

Theories surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak often suggest the SARS-CoV-2 virus escaped from a research lab in China. However, preliminary examination of the viral genetic makeup from the beginning of the pandemic disputes this theory, supporting the notion that SARS-CoV-2 pathogens might have spread from animals to humans on several occasions, suggesting the pandemic potentially originated from multiple markets in Wuhan, China. Research on the viral genomes and lineages of SAR...S-CoV-2 from late 2019 and early 2020 suggests it is less likely that the virus leaked from a lab and much more likely the COVID-19 pandemic originated in the wildlife trade. For a full summary of the current findings, visit https://www.linkedin.com//urn:li:activity:6852268756794654. #covidnews #infectiousdiseases #origin #sarscov2

Adults generally have an advantage over many infectious diseases because their immune systems are trained to deal with similar pathogens through previous infection or vaccination. SARS-CoV-2 has changed these well-known dynamics, with children rarely experiencing severe COVID. Scientists think innate immunity might be the key to better protecting children and worry that the Delta variant might change this dynamic. Innate immunity, or the innate immune response, is the defense... system we are born with, protecting us from antigens and keeping harmful materials from entering the body. Because of the revved-up and ready-to-go innate response in children, they seem to be avoiding getting severe COVID despite getting infected with the virus. Visit https://www.linkedin.com//urn:li:activity:6851971926731038 for a full summary of the current research. #covid #sarscov2 #infectiousdiseases #immunity #infection #deltavariant #anomaly #protection #vaccination #childrenshealth #health #publichealth #children #prevention #medicalsciences #research #covidresearch #antigens #virus

As one of the earliest labs to provide COVID-19 testing in New York, we believe employers need a reliable laboratory that delivers results matching the speed of fast-paced businesses with a testing process that is easeful from start to finish. Partner with Acutis Diagnostics to provide regular COVID-19 testing for your organization's unvaccinated employees and individuals. For a complete solution tailored to your needs, Acutis ensures: ... - A quick turnaround time. Access to results within an average time of 10 hours to keep your team on track. - Distinct accuracy and quality. Acutis Reveal detects at levels of viral load that well exceeds over 90 percent of tests available, and is further enhanced with our ability to indicate if enough of the sample was collected. - Concierge service and high-touch logistics. Portals, scheduling tools, real-time alerts, medical personnel on the ground, and customer service make the testing process seamless. When it comes to COVID-19 testing, partner with a lab that knows quality and accuracy are non-negotiable; a lab that has the flexibility you need to keep your team moving 24 hours a day and 7 days per week. Contact us today or visit our website to get started: [email protected], acutis.com/workplacetesting #workplacetesting #covid #covidtesting #entertainment #academics #education #logistics #corporatehealth #corporations #corporateoffice #covid19testing #employeesafety #team #teammembers #healthandsafety #health #protection #infectionprevention #unvaccinated #testing #medical #newyork #ny

Although COVID variants containing newer mutations continue to emerge naturally, the more SARS-CoV-2 circulates in our community, the greater frequency of mutations exponentially increases the odds for fatal variants. Unfortunately, the current variants of interest, including the most dominant Delta variant, seem to be fully utilizing this preventable opportunity (eligible individuals not getting vaccinated quickly enough) to exchange pieces of genetic material with unknown b...ut potentially fatal implications. To learn more about the main processes that lead to the development of new variants and how aggressive vaccination efforts could slow these processes, visit https://www.linkedin.com//urn:li:activity:6851242237729247 for a full summary. #covid #sarscov2 #covid19pandemic #covidvariants #vaccination #mutations #covidresearch #medicalsciences #medicine #health #infectiousdiseases #opportunity #community #research #genomic #fatal #covidvaccine #community #prevention #infection #genome

Influenza. Pneumonia. The common cold. Ear infections. Gastroenteritis. These are some of the most common infectious diseases, especially among children. With flu season upon us, in addition to continuing to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, Child Health Day is an excellent opportunity to promote child health. It's impossible to protect your child from all contagious illnesses, but immunizations, healthy habits, basic hygiene, and preventative measures can help to reduce your... child's risk of infections. How else can you advocate for children’s health today? Swipe to find out more. #advocacy #childhealth #childhealthday #pediatrics #pediatrician #hygiene #health #fluseason #pneumonia #commoncold #infection #infectionprevention #infectiousdiseases #immunization #healthyhabits

As an organization at the leading edge of medical diagnostics, Acutis is committed to building a diverse team of professionals that helps make us the industry leader. We are continuously innovating in our fields of testing and expanding on our internal resources, and we currently have multiple laboratory opportunities open at our Hicksville, NY headquarters. Are you ready to join a dynamic and collaborative culture? Visit acutis.com/careers for a full description of our open... positions and to submit your resume. Research and Development Specialist Clinical Toxicology Technologist Laboratory Assistant Clinical Microbiologist and Molecular Technologist Microbiology Technician Specimen Accessioner #hiring #careers #jobs #culture #clinicalcareers #laboratorycareers #diagnosticcareers #labtech #laboratorytechnician #innovation #medicaldiagnostics #diversity #growth #team #medical #microbiology #microbiologytech #specimen #accessioner #microbiologist #technologist #clinical #assistant #labassistant #laboratory #research #development #researchanddevelopment

Although SARS-CoV-2 primarily affects the respiratory system, there is well-documented evidence demonstrating SARS-CoV-2 infections' impacting the gastrointestinal system and its bacterial symbionts, as well as virtually any organs in the body by causing inflammation, endotheliitis, vasoconstriction, hypercoagulability, lymphocytopenia, elevated D-dimer, elevated fibrin degradation products (FDPs), disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), veno...us thromboembolism, pulmonary embolism (PE), systemic and pulmonary arterial thrombosis and embolism, ischemic stroke, myocardial infarction (MI), and more. Nearly 20 percent of patients with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection had GI symptoms and shed viral RNA in their feces, suggesting the direct connection of the GI system with COVID-19. Additional evidence suggests a direct link between the dysbiosis of the gut microflora and poorer outcomes and slower recovery from COVID-19, extending the repercussions of the dysbiosis far beyond the digestive system. Since the gut is the largest immune organ in the human body containing varieties of good and bad bacteria to maintain a balanced and symbiotic environment, any alteration to that could lead to poorer health in general. Although it is too early to conclude and make recommendations, the possibility of improving the gut microbiome in COVID-19 patients for better outcomes seems promising. Read more about the research: https://www.the-scientist.com//gut-microbiome-can-help-or- #infectiousdiseases #covid19pandemic #sarscov2 #covid #GI #gastrointestinal #infection #medicine #medicalsciences #health #inflammation #medicalresearch #research #covidresearch

Sexually transmitted infections are a critical public health concern in the United States. Many who have contracted sexually transmitted infections are asymptomatic. Often left undetected and untreated, STIs can lead to serious health consequences. Recommendations and programs have been developed over the years to identify and treat individuals with STIs to prevent transmission, reinfections, and complications, however screening rates for these infections remain lower than re...commended by public health departments and experts in the field. Getting tested for STIs is one of the most important things sexually active individuals can do to protect their health and the health of others. Common STI symptoms - sores or bumps on and around genitals, thighs, or butt cheeks, discharge, burning when urinating, high frequency of needing to urinate, itching, irritation, swelling, or flu-like symptoms - can be associated with other infections, therefore getting tested is the only way to conclusively determine the type of infection. Regular screening also helps practitioners diagnose STIs, even before symptoms occur, enabling proper diagnosis and treatment. Because sexually transmitted infections are a public health concern, regular testing can prevent the transmission of STIs to others. As a leader in infectious disease testing, we recognize the need for accurate STI testing to get patients the answers needed and allow practitioners to determine the best course of intervention. Identify the presence of specific sexually transmitted infection pathogens in a measurably faster turnaround time with our newest line of testing-- Acutis Reveal STI. Visit https://www.acutis.com/sti-testing to learn more about the benefits of Acutis Reveal STI. #sti #sexuallytransmittedinfections #sexualhealth #sexeducation #infectiousdiseases #infectionprevention #health #publichealth #publichealtheducation #symptoms #std #infection #infectiousdisease

To better understand why all age groups elderly adults, young adults, adolescents, children react differentially to COVID-19 infection, scientists utilized a group of 3,595 patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19 pneumonia to study the molecular mechanism behind this disparity. Their findings suggest a potential explanation for increased risk of severe COVID-19 among elderly individuals and outline important clinical implications for individuals with specific levels ...of autoantibodies. For a full summary, visit https://www.linkedin.com//urn:li:activity:6848999999607508 #publichealth #infectiousdiseases #covid19pandemic #covid #sarscov2 #covidresearch #medicine #antibodies #health #treatment #vaccination #molecular #medicalsciences #research

Team Member Journey: Meet Javon Barnwell, our Vice President of Human Resources. Having been with Acutis for only three years, Javon has made a great impact on our laboratory and support teams in that span of time. We applaud his hard work and dedication, and look forward to what he will bring to the table next. In his interview, he mentions that one of his favorite things about working at Acutis is our weekly company-wide meeting dedicated to celebrating successes such as promotions, educational advancements, and our team members’ individual accomplishments. Learn more about our culture and browse open opportunities at Acutis by visiting acutis.com/careers. #employeeappreciation #careers #leadership #team #medicalsciences #culture #teamwork #diversity #makeadifference #adaptation #humanresources #hr #management

Approximately 1 in 100,000 people who received the OxfordAstraZeneca or the J&J COVID-19 vaccines developed a mysterious clotting disorder known as vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT). It is almost impossible to design an effective trial to study the mechanism that links the vaccines and VITT to pave the path for preventing and treating this condition, and to improve the design of future vaccines. It has proven challenging to gather enough subjects for ...the study, as VITT has only been reported in Europe and the US. Early research suggests that the mechanism behind VITT is similar to that of HIT (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia), caused by the binding of a negatively charged molecule to a positively charged protein called platelet factor 4 (PF4) that is produced by platelets to promote clotting. This is partly explained by a strong negative charge on adenovirus used in the AstraZeneca vaccine compared to the one in the J&J vaccine, explaining a lesser occurrence of VITT among J&J recipients compared to AstraZeneca. Some studies also suggest the spliced variants of viral RNA lead to VITT. Fortunately, this condition has not been reported among mRNA vaccine recipients and it seems to have almost stopped happening among J&J and AstraZeneca vaccine recipients. Learn more: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-02291-2 #health #covid #covid19 #covidvaccines #medicalresearch #medicine #vitt #bloodclots #research #prevention #treatment

World Lung Day is dedicated to lung health advocacy and action an opportunity to promote better lung health across the world. This year’s theme focuses on caring for your lungs by saying no to tobacco, protecting your lungs through vaccination, breathing clean air, and practicing regular physical exercise. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw a decrease in common respiratory infections like the flu and the common cold, mainly because we isolated ourselves when feeling ...ill or following exposure to COVID-19. This year as we continue to see cases of COVID-19, an illness that has proven to negatively affect our lung health, we assume we will also see a return of these common respiratory infections that often have an impact on our lung health. Follow the themes of World Lung Day to take the steps to protect your lungs or visit https://www.lung.org/lung-health-di//protecting-your-lungs for additional tips on how to keep your lungs healthy. #worldlungday #wld2021 #lunghealth #health #wellness #tobacco #substanceuse #vaccination #protection #exercise #pollution #airpollution #healthylifestyle #respiratoryhealth #infectiousdiseases